The Art Institute of Chicago is hosting a special Luminary member event on April 28, 2026, celebrating the exhibition "Matisse's Jazz—Rhythms in Color." The event features curatorial remarks by Emily Ziemba, director of curatorial administration and research curator in Prints and Drawings, followed by exclusive after-hours access to the exhibition. This marks the first time the museum has displayed Matisse's complete Jazz portfolio since acquiring it in 1948, alongside more than 50 paintings, sculptures, and drawings that trace the artist's career-long exploration of color and line.
This event matters because it highlights a rare full presentation of one of the 20th century's most celebrated artist's books, Matisse's Jazz (1947), created during the artist's later years as he reinvented his practice through cut-paper maquettes. The exhibition underscores the Art Institute's commitment to showcasing its collection and engaging its donor community through exclusive programming, while also offering insight into Matisse's creative evolution and the enduring influence of his work on modern art.